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     Joseph Arno Weddle was buried at Topeco Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Rt. 221, Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.² His Social Security Number was 224-24-9468.³ He was born on February 23, 1923 at Meadows of Dan, Patrick Co., Virginia.^3,2 He married Sylvia Loraine Correll, daughter of Alton P. Correll and Gracie Ruth Lovell, on January 19, 1957 at Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ Joseph Arno Weddle died on January 16, 1998 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 74.^3,2 He WEDDLE, Joseph Arno, 74, of Roanoke, passed away Friday, January 16, 1998, at the V.A. Hospital in Salem. He was born in Meadows of Dan, Va., to the late Mr. Emmett and Mrs. Addie Hatcher Weddle. Arno was preceded in death by his brothers, Elbert and John Weddle, and sisters, Margaret Weddle and Ruby W. Lovell. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Laura W. and Steven Goad of Troutville; grandson, Jonathan Alton Goad; sister, Mrs. Martin (Mae) Hall of Floyd, Va; brother-in-law, Waller Lovell of Pilot, and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, January 18, 1998, in Topeco Cemetery, Floyd, with the Rev. John Huffaker officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd. In keeping with Mr. Weddle's wishes, please make a memorial contribution (in lieu of flowers) to Topeco Church of The Brethren, Route 2, Box 171, Floyd, Va. 24091. on January 17, 1998.²

     His Social Security Number was 274-30-9609.⁵ Ernest Clyde Williams Jr. was buried at Jacksonville Burial Ground, Rt. 8, 0.25 miles south of Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.^6,4 He was born on February 21, 1935 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,5,2,3,4,7 He married Juanna "Ann" Vest, daughter of Troy Wade Vest and Irene Walters, on February 25, 1989 at Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ Ernest Clyde Williams Jr. WILLIAMS, Ernest C. Jr., ("Sonny"), 60, of Floyd, passed away Friday, December 1, 1995 in a Salem hospital. He was retired Administrative Superintendent of the Floyd-Floyd County Public Service Authority. He was a member of the Floyd Moose Lodge #2300 and Floyd Lodge #202, I.O.O.F. Survivors include his wife, Ann Williams, Floyd; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Gary Williams, Amherst, Todd and Jeannie Williams, North Charleston, S.C; one daughter, Donna Reed, Floyd; mother, Edva Slusher Williams, Floyd; sister, Corene Hanes, Centerville, Ohio; stepson, Douglas Sowder, Check; granddaughter, Kay Dale Reed; stepgranddaughter, Amanda Sowder. Burial will follow in Jacksonville Cemetery, with graveside services by Floyd Moose Lodge #2300. on September 3, 1995.⁶ He died on December 1, 1995 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 60.^6,5,4,7

     Edward Cole Wimmer was buried at Forest Park Cemetery, Anthony, Harper Co., Kansas.³ His Social Security Number was 512-07-6058.² He was born on April 12, 1919 at Anthony, Harper Co., Kansas.^7,2,1,8 He married Mildred Sylvia Phyllis Papageorge on April 1, 1948 at Coeur d'Alene, Kootenai Co., Idaho.⁹ Edward Cole Wimmer died on August 18, 1979 at Kansas at age 60.^2,8

     Sylvia Lennea Morgan was born on August 8, 1941 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,5,3 She married David Wayne Wimmer, son of Eldridge Banks Wimmer and Lillie Maye/Mae Poff, on November 7, 1958 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,4,2,5 As of November 7, 1958,her married name was Wimmer. Sylvia Lennea Morgan died on October 18, 2023 at Virginia at age 82.⁵ She Sylvia Morgan Wimmer, August 8, 1941 - October 18, 2023. Sylvia M. Wimmer, 82, of Salem, Va., was carried through the Pearly Gates of Heaven by angels on Wednesday, October 18, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Harris. Sylvia is survived by her husband, David (Wayne) Wimmer and sons, Victor (Teresa) Wimmer and Barry Wimmer; her loving sisters Ruby, Phyllis, Betty, Dorma; brother, Robert; her many nieces and nephews; along with her in-laws. She was a caring and loving person who attended Ridge Wood Baptist Church. She always enjoyed volunteering along with working and helping others. She was admired for her flower gardens. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, and Christmas decorating along with music and dancing. The family is thankful to Brookdale Senior Living for looking out for her during her stay. on October 21, 2023.⁵

     Robert L. Whitenack was born on February 15, 1866 at Floyd Co., Virginia.¹

     Her married name was Epperly. Garnett Vivian Whitenack married Tazwell Edgar Epperly.⁴ Garnett Vivian Whitenack was born circa 1902 at Virginia.³ She died in 1964.

     Her Social Security Number was 226-01-6281.⁵ Lucy Delma Whitenack was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^6,7 She married William Ezra "Bill" Cummings.⁶ Her married name was Cummings. Lucy Delma Whitenack was born on April 28, 1904 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,7,5 She married Estral Ray Conner, son of Robert Willis "Bob" Conner and Marcella Mays "Cella" Vest, on November 4, 1927 at Simpsons, Floyd Co., Virginia.⁸ As of November 4, 1927,her married name was Conner.^9,8 Lucy Delma Whitenack and Estral Ray Conner were divorced on June 5, 1936 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁸ Lucy Delma Whitenack died on September 5, 1990 at Riner, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 86.^6,7 She Delma Whitenack Cummings, age 86, passed away Wednesday, September 5, 1990. She was a member of the Valley View Primitive Baptist Church in Riner and is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Ralph E. and LaRae W. Cummings, Pilot; Paul L. and Nancy W. Cummings, Newport News; three grandchildren, Ralph E. Cummings, Jr; Christopher W. Cummings, both of Riner; Amy Suzanne Cummings, Newport News; two sisters, Ella W. (June) Thompson, Riner; Blanche W. Duncan, Christiansburg; four nieces; one nephew. The funeral will be at the gravesite in Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg. on September 7, 1990.⁶

     Ella June Whitenack was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.³ Her Social Security Number was 226-01-6280.⁵ She married Riner Howard Thompson.² Her married name was Thompson. Ella June Whitenack was born on July 14, 1906 at Virginia.^1,5 She died on July 2, 1993 at Riner, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 86.³ She THOMPSON, Ella June Whitenack, 86, of Five Points Road, Riner, died Friday night, July 2, 1993, at home. She was the widow of Riner H. Thompson. She is survived by one daughter, Sarah Jane Thompson Bishop, Riner; a sister, Blanche W. Duncan, Christiansburg; a granddaughter, Tracy Michele Bishop Moran. A graveside service will be held 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 5, 1993, in Sunset Cemetery in Christiansburg, conducted by Rev. Richard H. Horne. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the Auburn United Methodist Church, Riner, Va. 24149. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Richardson-Horne Funeral Home, Christiansburg. on July 4, 1993.³

     Casper Shedrick Whitenack was buried at Wilson Cemetery, Daniel's Run Road (Rt. 661), Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia.^7,4 He married Elizabeth Lydia Hall.⁸ Casper Shedrick Whitenack was born on May 3, 1908 at Floyd Co., Virginia; His death record has a birth date of May 3, 1909.^7,4,6 He died on August 25, 1942 at Fort Sheridan, Lake Co., Illinois, at age 34.^3,7,4,6

     Her Social Security Number was 225-92-5459.³ Her married name was Sowers. Allie Bleeka Whitenack married Mosby Johnson Sowers.² Allie Bleeka Whitenack was born on December 12, 1910 at Virginia.^1,3 She died in May, 1973 at age 62.³

     Her married name was Nolen.³ Emily Blanche Whitenack married Troy J. Duncan.² Emily Blanche Whitenack married Frank Nolen.³ Her married name was Duncan. Emily Blanche Whitenack was born on December 3, 1913 at Floyd Co., Virginia.¹

     William Ezra "Bill" Cummings was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^4,2 He married Lucy Delma Whitenack, daughter of Enoch Dalah Whitenack and Eliza Jane DeWeese.¹ William Ezra "Bill" Cummings was born on August 2, 1904.^4,2 He died on May 27, 1986 at age 81.^4,2

     Ralph Edward Cummings Sr. was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,4 He married LaRae Ann Wilborn.^1,4 Ralph Edward Cummings Sr. was born on January 14, 1941.^6,3 He died on July 11, 2005 at Pilot, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 64.^6,3,4 He Ralph Edward Cummings Sr., 64, of Pilot passed away at his home on Monday, July 11, 2005. He served four years in the Air Force and worked as a State Farm Insurance Agent for forty years. He was also a member of MacDaniel Masonic Lodge #86 AF&AM. He is survived by his wife, LaRae W. Cummings; sons and daughter-in-law, Ralph Jr. and Katherine Cummings, Chris W. Cummings; granddaughter Victoria A. Cummings; brother and sister-in-law, Paul L. and Nancy Cummings; father and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Wilborn; niece Amy Murray, husband Brian and daughter Briana. Graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, July 14, 2005 at Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg with the Rev. William Hungate officiating and Masonic Service by McDaniel Masonic Lodge #86 AF&AM. There will be no visitation. Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd. on July 13, 2005.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 227-18-7490.⁴ Riner Howard Thompson was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁴ He married Ella June Whitenack, daughter of Enoch Dalah Whitenack and Eliza Jane DeWeese.¹ Riner Howard Thompson was born on January 31, 1910 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁴ He died on February 27, 1979 at Riner, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 69.⁴

     Troy J. Duncan was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹ His Social Security Number was 225-05-5339.² He married Emily Blanche Whitenack, daughter of Enoch Dalah Whitenack and Eliza Jane DeWeese.³ Troy J. Duncan was born on March 2, 1913.² He died on August 22, 1997 at Riner, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 84.^2,1 He DUNCAN, Troy J., 84, of Riner, passed away Friday, August 22, 1997, at his home. A lifelong resident of Montgomery County with the exception of the war years, he was a retired carpenter and furniture maker. He is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Bob and Marion Duncan, Ocala, Fla; grandson, Mike Duncan, Ocala, Fla; and a granddaughter, Jettie Knight, Dry Prong, La; two great-grandsons; and one great-granddaughter. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday, August 25, at the graveside in Sunset Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to the New River Valley Hospice, 111 West Main Street, Christiansburg, Va. 24073. Friends may call any time Sunday afternoon at the Richardson-Horne Funeral Home, where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m on August 23, 1997.¹

     Elsie Irene Wirt was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ Her Social Security Number was 226-01-1894.⁵ She was born on May 14, 1909 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,4,5 As of April 24, 1937,her married name was Maxey.⁴ She married George Everett/Everette Maxey on April 24, 1937 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,4 Elsie Irene Wirt died on November 4, 1981 at Charlottesville, Virginia, at age 72.³

     Letcher Blair Jones was buried at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Bluewell, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^4,5,7 He was born on August 25, 1906 at Floyd Co., Virginia; His death certificate has a birth date of Mar 6, 1906.^4,6 He married Mary Madeline Knuckles on November 20, 1937 at McDowell Co., West Virginia.³ Letcher Blair Jones died on December 3, 1960 at Welch, McDowell Co., West Virginia, at age 54.^4,5 He Letcher Blair Jones, 54, of Northfork, died late Friday in a Welch hospital. A native of Floyd County, Va., he was a son of Mrs. Ann Conner Jones of Northfork and the late Franklin B. Jones. He had been employed at the Northfork Post Office for more than 25 years. Survivors, in addition to his mother, include his widow, Mrs. Mary Jones; three daughters, Mrs. Phyllis Farley and Mrs. Carol Jean McColl of Northfork and Miss Patricia Jones of the home; a son, James Jones of the home; and one grandchild. Three sisters, Mrs. Edith Steel and Mrs. Margaret Vest of Check, Va., and Mrs. Rosette Laxton of Oceana; and three brothers George Jones of Northfork, Walter Jones of Kimball, and Luther Jones of Christiansburg, Va., also survive. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Clyde Cornett, Calvin Cornett, Major Brown, P. P. Belcher, J. J Gillia, W. W. Williams, and C. C. Mehaffey. on December 4, 1960.⁵

     His Social Security Number was 233-14-2847.¹¹ George Clinton Jones was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Courthouse Road, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^12,8 He was born on September 4, 1909 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^11,3 He married Virginia Louise Yates on September 11, 1933 at McDowell Co., West Virginia.^4,8,13 George Clinton Jones died on October 8, 1988 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 79.^11,8 He George C. Jones, 79, of Northfork, died Saturday in a Princeton hospital. Born in Floyd County, Va., he was a son of the late Frank Blair Jones and Virginia Conner Jones. He was of the Protestant faith, was a retired maintenance foreman for the town of Northfork, where he resided most of his life. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Louise Yates Jones, three brothers and one sister. Survivors: sons, William “Bill” Jones of Route 20, Princeton, and Robert C. “Bobby" Jones of Waldorf, Md.: daughter, Mrs. Robert (Virginia) Snider of Bassett. Va; sisters, Margaret Vest and Edith Steele, both of Check. Va., and Rosetta Laxton of Oceana; eight grandchildren and eight greatgrandchildren. Burial at Roselawn Memorial Gardens on Bluefield-Princeton Road. on October 10, 1988.⁸